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A Practical Guide that Answers Your Biggest Sales Tax Questions

Do you have questions about the ins and outs of sales tax? You’re not the only one. Professionals at all levels of experience often find themselves with more questions than answers when it comes to deciphering the rules and regulations…

Sales Tax 101: Determining When Sales Tax Applies

This blog details key items in understanding when a sale is taxable or exempt and what you need to know to ensure that an exemption can be claimed.

A Sneak Peek at the 2026 Sales Tax Outlook 

Get an early look at the 2026 sales tax landscape, emerging state tax trends, nexus changes, digital goods rules, compliance priorities, and what tax professionals should watch this year and beyond.

What Marketplace Sellers Need to Know about Sales Tax Nexus

Are you an Amazon, Etsy, eBay, or other type of marketplace seller? Sales tax is probably the last thing you want to think about. However, the past couple of years have been unprecedented in terms of sales tax law changes…

Sales Tax Institute Book Club: The Fire Next Time by James Baldwin

Last month, the Sales Tax Institute made a commitment to dismantle our internal biases and become active in creating change by eliminating injustices in our country. Each member of our team remains accountable for this promise. After reflecting as a…

Pros and Cons of Sales Tax Voluntary Disclosure Agreements

Sales tax management for a company doing business in many states across the U.S. requires diligence and a dedication to learning inconsistent and sometimes ambiguous state and local sales tax rules. Any overlooked nexus-creating activities that trigger sales tax obligations,…

How to Run a Well-Oiled Sales Tax Team

Learn how the 14 West Sales Tax Team leverages strengths and builds a supportive environment to tackle mountains of sales tax work for numerous companies.

3 Questions to Ask Yourself (Right Now!) if You’re a Remote Out-of-State Seller

Dive into 3 questions you should ask yourself right now if you are a remote, out-of-state, and/or marketplace seller to help you stay up to date if you drop below a threshold, make marketplace sales, or make exempt sales.

To Our Community

Dear Sales Tax Institute Community, Recent events triggered by the senseless murders of Breonna Taylor, George Floyd, and countless others have shaken our home city of Chicago, our state, and our country. We are encouraged by the many peaceful protestors…

Which Organizations Are Exempt from Sales Tax?

Learn the three basic types of organizations that are generally exempt from sales tax across the states and how they can claim their exemptions.

COVID-19 Tax Relief, Nexus, and Audit Updates

State tax departments across the country are adjusting rules and regulations in light of the physical constraints of stay at home orders and to help meet some taxpayer needs.

CAT’s Out of the Bag: A Look at Gross Receipts Taxes in No Sales Tax States

Taxes on gross receipts taxes are making a resurgence across the U.S. as a way to raise revenue. Learn how two no sales tax states, Oregon and Delaware, administer gross receipts taxes.

Words of Wisdom from Women in SALT

In honor of Women’s History Month, we asked an accomplished group of women in state and local tax to share the words of wisdom that has guided their careers.

How States Tax Rentals of Tangible Personal Property

States do not have a uniform approach to taxing rentals and leases of tangible personal property. Learn the three general categories state rules fall into in taxing true leases of TPP.

Thriving ‘Deep in the Weeds’: Spotlight on Basics Course Alum, Monica Schaefer

Monica Schaefer thrives finding answers to murky “it depends” situations. She is a stellar example of how research-savvy, driven professionals can find a fulfilling career in sales tax.

Delivery Method Changes Everything: Navigating Sales Tax on Intangible Goods

Explore cases where seemingly intangible goods can be converted to tangible personal property for sales tax purposes.

2020 Sales Tax Legislative Outlook

We turned to sales tax policy experts to gage what the top issues will be in the 2020 legislative session and trends we can expect in sales tax for 2020.

Sales Tax Nuances of Trade Show Attendance

Trade show attendance in another state can create physical nexus and trigger sales tax obligations. Learn key nuances of trade show rules across the states.

2019 by the Numbers

What were the biggest moments in sales tax in 2019? Check out the Sales Tax Institute graphical year in review.

Drop Shipment Myths Debunked

Drop shipments are common but tricky transactions. Given that a large number of companies are dealing with these transactions in a changing sales tax landscape, there are some common misunderstandings floating around. How can you tell drop shipment facts from…

The Top 5 Reasons We’re Feeling Grateful in 2019

From record student numbers to new Sales Tax Institute team members – we are grateful for yet another exciting and busy year in the sales tax field, learning and growing alongside you. Here are the top five reasons we’re feeling extra grateful this year.

How the West Has Responded to Wayfair

A whirlwind of sales tax changes have swept across the Western region of the U.S. following the Wayfair decision.

Meet the 2019 Sales Tax Nerd Award Winner: Cherie Julius

The Sales Tax Institute is excited to announce that we have selected Cherie Julius, Senior Tax Manager at Uline, Inc., as the winner of the first ever Sales Tax Nerd Award!

Sales Tax Registration – What Is It and Why Do You Need To Do It?

Post-Wayfair, it has never been more important to understand your sales tax registration obligations. If you’re making sales, chances are good that you will need to register to collect and remit sales tax in multiple states.

The Southern States’ Reaction to SD v. Wayfair; A Summary

Post-Wayfair, significant sales tax legislative changes have happened on a daily basis, and the Southern states are no exception. We’ve seen a flurry of sales tax legislative activity recently regarding changes for remote sellers making sales into Southern states. If…

23 Years of Sales Tax Institute

By Diane Yetter Today marks 23 years (CRAZY!) since I started Yetter Consulting and the Sales Tax Institute. As I’ve thought about this date and the amount of time I’ve been helping people with sales tax issues, it often feels…

Leadership vs. Management

As you move through the ranks of your company and take on more responsibility in leading other people, have you ever wondered: “Am I a leader or a manger?”